Job Role : Chief Information Officer (CIO)Location: Hyderabad, IndiaEmployment Type: Full-timeExperience: 20+ yearsRole OverviewWe are seeking a seasoned Chief Information Officer (CIO) to lead enterprise technology strategy, digital transformation, IT operations, and SAP governance across the organization.The role demands a technology leader with strong experience in datacenter operations, private/public cloud, managed services, enterprise applications, and SAP landscapes, capable of driving business-aligned technology growth while ensuring operational resilience and governance.The CIO will work closely with the Board and Executive Leadership Team to drive innovation, operational efficiency, security posture, and revenue-enabling technology initiatives.Key ResponsibilitiesEnterprise Technology StrategyDefine and execute a long-term IT and digital transformation roadmapAlign technology investments with business growth objectivesDrive modernization across infrastructure, applications, and enterprise systemsEstablish governance frameworks, architecture standards, and KPIsSAP & Enterprise Application LeadershipOversee SAP landscape (ECC / S4HANA / HEC environments as applicable)Drive SAP optimization, integration, upgrades, and performance governanceEnsure alignment of SAP modules with Finance, SCM, Sales, and OperationsManage SAP vendors, system integrators, and AMS partnersEnsure data integrity, security, and regulatory compliance within ERP systemsCloud, Datacenter & Infrastructure GovernanceOversee enterprise IT infrastructure including datacenter, private cloud, and hybrid cloud environmentsEnsure high availability, disaster recovery, and business continuity readinessDrive infrastructure scalability aligned to growth projectionsLead cost optimization and capacity planning initiativesRevenue-Linked Technology EnablementEnable technology-driven service offerings and product innovationStrengthen integration between IT, Presales, and Delivery teamsSupport enterprise customers with scalable and secure architecture designDrive automation and digital initiatives that improve operational marginsCybersecurity & Risk ManagementDefine enterprise cybersecurity architecture and risk governanceEnsure compliance with regulatory, industry, and audit requirementsLead incident response governance and resilience planningOperational Excellence & GovernanceEstablish ITIL-based operational processesDrive service quality, SLA adherence, and performance monitoringOversee billing system integration, revenue assurance, and enterprise reportingFinancial & Vendor ManagementOwn IT budgeting, ROI tracking, and cost controlEvaluate and manage strategic technology partnershipsNegotiate enterprise-level vendor contractsLeadership & Organizational DevelopmentBuild and mentor high-performing IT, SAP, Infrastructure, and Security teamsDrive accountability, performance management, and succession planningFoster innovation and cross-functional collaborationRequired Experience20+ years of progressive IT leadership experienceStrong exposure to SAP environments (ECC / S4HANA / HEC preferred)Experience managing enterprise infrastructure and cloud ecosystemsProven track record in digital transformation and operational stabilizationExperience supporting large enterprise customers (BFSI, Manufacturing, Government, etc.)Strong understanding of datacenter operations, managed services, and cloud platformsQualificationsBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related disciplineMBA or advanced management degree preferredSAP, Cloud, or IT Governance certifications are advantageousLeadership AttributesStrategic thinker with strong commercial acumenExecutive presence and board-level communication skillsStrong decision-making and risk management capabilityAbility to balance innovation with operational discipline